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AccountingA.A.S. Degree .................................... $25,000 – $31,000

Accountant, payroll processor, Bookkeeper I

Certificate Level I............................... $17,000 - $21,000Certificate Level II ............................. $17,000 - $21,000

Entry-Level Positions, Promotions within Current Position

Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology

Diploma ................................................... $12/hr – $14/hrMaintenance Technician, Climate Control Technician, Service Technician, Systems Engineer, Refrigeration Technician, Estimator

Automotive Systems TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ......................................................$25,000Diploma .................................................................$20,000

General Automotive Technician, Specialized Technician, Shop Supervisor

Electrical/Electronics Certificate ..... $10/hr - $12/hrTest and Measurement Specialist

Baking and Pastry ArtsA.A.S. Degree ..................................... $23,000 - $29,000

Pastry/Bakery Assistant, Assistant Pastry Chef, Cake Decorator, Baker

Basic Law Enforcement TrainingCertificate ............................................ $28,000 - $38,000

Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, Private Security, Detention Officer, Alcohol Control Officer, State Highway Patrol Fast Track Candidate (Applicant must be sponsored by a Law Enforcement agency to be eligible for admission to BLET program.)

BiotechnologyA.A.S. Degree .................................... $27,000 – $30,000

Biopharmaceutical Processing, Chemical Processing, Laboratory Technician, Sales and Customer Service

Business AdministrationA.A.S. Degree .................................... $23,000 – $32,000

Purchasing Agent, Sales Manager, General Supervisor, Operations Officer, Loan Officer, Office Manager

CarpentryDiploma .................................................................$20,000

Contractors as Carpenters or Estimators, Cabinet Shop Cabinetmakers or Installers

Civil Engineering TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ........................................ $14/hr – $16/hr

Construction Technician, Materials Testing Technician, Construction Inspector, Engineering Technician

Civil/Surveying CAD Certificate ............................................... $10/hr – $12/hr

Civil Engineering/Surveying CAD Technician

Computer Numerical Control ProgrammingCertificate ...............................................................$12/hr

CNC Machine Operator

Advanced Certificate ............................ $14/hr - $16/hrCNC Machinist, CNC Programmer

Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology

Diploma ............................................... $40,000 – $48,000Hospitals, Imaging Centers, and Physicians’ Offices where CT and/or MRI is performed

CT Certificate ...................................... $40,000 - $48,000MRI Certificate ................................... $40,000 - $48,000

Hospitals, Imaging Centers, and Physicians’ Offices where CT or MRI is performed

Computer Engineering TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ......................................................$27,000

Computer and Network Service Technician, Systems Integration Technician, Automation Specialist, Integrated Manufacturing Technician, Systems Support Engineer, Controls Engineer

Computer Information Technology

A.A.S. Degree .................................... $28,000 – $42,000Computer Technician, Help Desk Technician, Information Systems Manager, PC Support Specialist, Database Administrator (DBA), IT Specialist

Geospatial Technology Certificate ...........................................................$25,000*

Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.

Database Management Certificate ...........................................................$25,000*

Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.

Microcomputer Applications Certificate ...........................................................$25,000*

Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.

PC Installation and Maintenance Certificate ...........................................................$25,000*

Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.

Computer-Aided Drafting TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ........................................ $14/hr – $16/hr

CAD Operator, Architectural Drafter, CAD Technician

Certificate ............................................... $12/hr – $15/hrCAD Operator, CAD Technician

Architectural Drafting Certificate ............................................... $12/hr - $15/hr

Architectural Drafter

Landscape Architecture Drafting Certificate ................................ $12/hr - $15/hr

Civil/Surveying Drafter, Landscape Architecture Drafter

Construction Management TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ......................................................$36,000

Entry-Level Position in Construction Management

CosmetologyA.A.S. Degree ..................................... $17,000 - $20,000Diploma ................................................ $17,000 - $20,000

Cosmetologist, Hair Stylist, Nail Technician, Esthetician, Salon Owner

Criminal Justice TechnologyA.A.S. Degree .................................... $28,000 – $38,000

Law Enforcement, Highway Patrol, Deputy Sheriff, Private Security, Magistrate, Correctional Officer, Surveillance Officer, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Wildlife Enforcement

Culinary Technology A.A.S. DegreeA.A.S. Degree ................................... $23,000 – $29,000

Saute Chef, Grill Chef, Gardemanger Chef, Soup/Sauce Chef, Kitchen Manager, Catering Banquet Manager, Dining Room Manager, Food/Beverage Manager, Purchasing Agent Steward, Equipment Purveyor

Dental AssistingDiploma ............................................... $24,000 – $26,000

V.A. Clinics, Health Departments, State Clinics, Dental Schools, Private and Group Practices

A-B Tech Career Programs

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Dental Hygiene A.A.S Degree. .................................... $48,000 – $52,000

Dental Offices, Education, Local, State, and Federal Government Agencies, Private Industry

Digital Media TechnologyA.A.S. Degree .................................... $28,000 – $42,000

Graphic Artist/Designer, Multimedia Specialist, Web Content Specialist, Digital Media Specialist, Interface Designer, Digital Video Producer, Digital Layout Artist and many new jobs yet to be defined in this expanding field

Digital Video Certificate .................................$25,000*Entry-level positions depending on background, Promotions within current position.

Interactive Multimedia Certificate ...............$25,000*Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.

Early Childhood EducationA.A.S. Degree .................................... $26,000 – $40,000

Child Care Worker, Child Care Assistant, Child Care Director, Preschool Director

School-Age Education A.A.S. Degree .................................... $18,000 – $24,000

Teacher Assistant in Elementary Schools, Teacher in Child Development Programs, Head Start, School-Age Programs

Early Childhood Certificate ............................................ $14,000 - $20,000

Child development and child care programs, preschools, private schools, recreational centers, Head Start programs and school-age programs

Infant/Toddler Care Certificate ............................................ $14,000 - $17,000

Child Development and Childcare Programs, Preschools, Early Head Start, Infant/Toddler Programs

Special Education Certificate ........................................... $15,000 - $18,000

Teacher or Teacher Assistant in a Childcare Classroom or a Developmental Day Center

Electrical WiringCertificate ................................................ $10/hr - $12/hr

Electrician’s Assistant, Solar PV Installer, Apprentice Electrician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Home Automation Installer, Automotive Entertainment Installer

Electrical/Electronics TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ......................................................$32,000Diploma .................................................................$24,000

Industrial Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, Facilities Technician, Electrical License Apprentice, Installer and Technician for Home and Business Low Voltage Systems (Entertainment, Security, Telecom)

Electronics Engineering TechnologyA.A.A. Degree ......................................................$32,000

Electronics Engineering Technician, Electronics Maintenance Technician, Control Systems Technician, Electrical Tester

Emergency Medical Science A.A.S. Degree .................................... $28,000 – $40,000

Emergency Medical Services, Hospitals, Urgent Care Clinics, Physicians’ Offices, Private Ambulance Companies

EntrepreneurshipA.A.S. Degree ..................................... $25,000 - $45,000

Certificate ............................................ $25,000 - $45,000Business Owner, Consultant, Capital Investor, Self-Employment

Esthetics Technology Certificate ............................................ $25,000 - $30,000

Esthetician

Fire Protection Technology A.A.S. Degree .................................... $23,000 – $30,000

Municipal Fire Departments, Government Agencies, Industrial Firms, Insurance Rating Organizations, Educational Organizations

Certificate ....................................................Incremental Pay Step Increases of $500 to $1,000 Annually

Promotional Opportunities for Members Within Their Municipal Fire Departments, Government Agencies, Industrial Firms, Insurance Rating Organizations, or Educational Organizations

Heavy Equipment and Transport TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ......................................................$25,000Diploma .................................................................$20,000

Diesel Mechanic, Fuel Injection Service Repairer, Heavy Tractor Mechanic Help

Hotel and Restaurant Management A.A.S. Degree .................................... $24,000 – $30,000

Catering Manager, Management Trainee, Restaurant Manager, Director of Food Services, Reservations Manager, Front Office Manager, Country Club Manager, Food/Beverage Manager

Hospitality Management Certificate ..........................................................................potential salary increase of ...... $2,000/yr - $5,000/yr

Career upgrade and Cross-training

Bed and Breakfast/Inn Management Certificate .................. $18,000 - $21,000

Bed and Breakfast Manager, Small Lodging Manager

Human Resources Management A.A.S. Degree .................................... $20,000 – $30,000

HR Technician, HR Specialist, HR Manager, Payroll Officer, Benefits Administrator, Team Leadership Training and Development Facilitator, General Supervisor

Human Services Technology/Social Services A.A.S. Degree .................................... $19,000 – $29,000

Case Worker, Family Support Worker, Youth Worker, Social Service Liaison, Residential Counselor, Behavioral Management Aide/Technician, Case management Aide, Eligibility Counselor, Public Assistance Worker, Substance Abuse Worker, Life Skills Instructor, Social Service Aide/Technician, Social Work Aide/Technician, Group Activities Aide/Technician, Therapeutic Assistant, Gerontology Aide/Technician, Home Health Aide, Group Home Worker, Mental Health Aide/Technician, Intake Interviewer, Community Outreach Worker, Psychological Aide/Technician, Halfway House Counselor, Rehabilitation Case Worker, Residential Manager

Industrial Systems Technology A.A.S. Degree ......................................................$28,000

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, Facilities Management Technician, Maintenance Mechanic

Diploma .................................................... $10/hr - $12/hrEntry-Level Maintenance Technician

Information Systems Security A.A.S. Degree .................................... $36,900 – $43,500

Information Technology Specialist, Data Security Administrator, Information Security Analyst, Information Security Officer, Computer Specialist, Information Security Specialist, Information Systems Security Analyst, Computer Security Specialist, Information Security Manager, Information Technology Security Analyst

Machining TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ........................................ $12/hr – $14/hrDiploma ................................................... $12/hr – $14/hr

Manufacturing Machinist, Machine or CNC Set-Up Operator, Quality Control Technician

Machining, Basic Certificate ............................$10/hrMachine Operator

Manicuring/Nail Technology Certificate ............................................ $15,000 - $18,000

Manicurist, Nail Technician

Entry-Level

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Marketing and RetailingA.A.S. Degree .................................... $25,000 – $32,000

Assistant Manager, Department Manager, Sales Representative, Salesperson, Retail Buyer

Retail Marketing Certificate .......................................... $20,000 – $25,000

Entry-Level Retail Positions

Mechanical Engineering Technology A.A.S. Degree ......................................................$30,000

Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Control Technician, Mechanical Designer, Maintenance Engineering Technician

Mechanical Drafting Certificate ....................$28,500Mechanical Drafter

Medical Assisting A.A.S. Degree .................................... $19,000 – $27,000

Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Health Maintenance Organizations

Medical Laboratory Technology A.A.S. Degree .................................... $25,000 – $33,000

Hospitals, Emergency Care Clinics, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, General Clinics, Commercial Labs

Medical Office Administration Diploma ................................................ $20,800 - $24,950

Medical and Dental Offices, Hospitals, Insurance Companies, Laboratories, Medical Supply Companies, Healthcare Related Organizations

Medical Coding Certificate ............ $20,800 - $24,960Medical and Dental Offices, Hospitals, Insurance Companies, Laboratories, Healthcare Related Organizations

Medical Sonography A.A.S. Degree .................................... $40,000 – $48,000

Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Imaging Centers, Mobile/Traveling Services

Medical Transcription Diploma .................................................................$20,800

Hospitals, Medical Clinics, Doctors’ Offices, Private Transcription Businesses, Research Facilities, Insurance Companies, Publishing Companies

Networking TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ..................................... $36,900 - $43,500

Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Information Technology Specialist (IT Specialist), Local Area Network Administrator (LAN Administrator), Information Technology Manager (IT Manager), Information Technology Director (IT Director), Systems Engineer, Network Manager, Network Specialist

Cisco Certified Network Administrator Preparation Certificate ..................$30,338 - $69,059*

Entry-Level Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Network Technician, Systems Administrator, Systems Analyst, Systems Engineer

NursingAssociate Degree Nursing

A.A.S. Degree .................................... $39,000 – $48,000Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Clinics, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community, Health Agencies

Practical Nursing Diploma ............................................... $24,000 – $32,000

Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Physicians’ Offices, Industry, Community Health Agencies

Office AdministrationA.A.S. Degree .................................... $25,000 – $27,000Diploma ............................................... $22,000 – $25,000

Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Word Processor, Information Processing Specialist, Administrative Support

Word Processing/Desktop Publishing Certificate ....................... $20,800 - $24,950

Marketing Communications Coordinator, Technical Writer, Technical Publications Engineer, Web Digital Electronic Prepress Manager, Digital Electronic Prepress Manager/Developer, Documentation Software Product Manager, Digital Image Processor, Production Supervisor, Proofreader, Administrative Assistant

Phlebotomy Certificate ............................................ $20,000 - $25,000

Hospitals, Physicians’ Offices, Health Departments, Blood Donation Centers, Emergency Care Centers, Commercial Labs

Radiography A.A.S. Degree .................................... $35,000 – $42,000

Hospitals, Health Departments, Physicians’ Offices, Emergency Care Clinics, Industry, Imaging Centers

Resort and Spa ManagementCertificate ........................................... $25,000 – $32,000

Member/guest Services, Assistant Spa Directors, Spa Attendant Supervisors, Spa Concierge, Spa Sales Managers, Assistant Clubhouse Managers

Surgical TechnologyA.A.S. Degree .................................... $28,000 – $31,000Diploma ............................................... $28,000 – $31,000

Hospitals, Surgery Centers, Physicians’ Offices, Organ Harvest Organizations

Sustainability TechnologiesA.A.S. Degree .................................... $36,000 – $40,000

Manufacturing Technicians, Sustainability Consultants, Environmental Technicians, or Green Building Supervisors

Surveying Technology A.A.S. Degree ........................................ $14/hr – $16/hr

Construction Layout Technician, Land Surveyor, Mapper

Surveying Fundamentals Certificate ............................................... $10/hr – $12/hr

Construction Layout Assistant, Land Surveying Aide

Therapeutic MassageA.A.S. Degree .................................... $25,000 – $30,000Diploma ............................................... $21,000 – $26,000

Massage Therapist in Medical Facilities, Health Clubs, Spas, and Private Practice

Veterinary Medical TechnologyA.A.S. Degree .................................... $18,000 – $24,000

Veterinary Clinics, Diagnostic Labs, Research Labs, Zoos, Animal Care Facilities, Pharmaceutical Companies, Feed Companies

Web Technologies A.A.S. Degree .................................... $30,000 – $42,000

Web Designer, Web Administrator, Web Developer, Webmaster, Web Database Programmer/Developer

Web Designer Certificate...........................$25,000*Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.

Web Programming Certificate....................$25,000*Entry-level positions depending on background, promotions within current position.

Welding TechnologyA.A.S. Degree ........................................ $17/hr – $25/hrDiploma ................................................... $15/hr – $22/hr

Arc Welder, Arc Welder-Machine Operator, Gas Welder-Machine Operator, Combination Welder, Pipe Welder

Welding I, Basic Certificate ......................... $10-12/hrWelder’s Assistant

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees. Equal Opportunity Educational Institution